49th C.J. Mackenzie Gala

On January 27, 2026, the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan, in partnership with the host department, Chemical and Biological Engineering, will celebrate the achievements of an alumnus at the 49th C.J. Mackenzie Gala. Each year, the gala recognizes an alum who has achieved a position of eminence within their profession and honours their achievements.

The C.J. Mackenzie Gala has become known within the engineering community as the premier event where engineers gather, connect with students, network, celebrate a distinguished engineering alum and learn from their keynote address.

AGENDA:

• Cocktails: 5 pm
• Welcome and Greetings: 6:30 pm
• Dinner & keynote with Distinguished Lecturer

Do you know a USask Engineering alumnus who has achieved prominence within their profession? Help us recognize their excellence by submitting a nomination for them to be recognized as a C.J. Mackenzie Distinguished Lecturer.

Nominate an alumnus who:

• Graduated from the University of Saskatchewan’s undergraduate and/or graduate engineering program(s).
• Has had a distinguished and impactful career.Has achieved prominence within their field and/or the engineering profession.
• Would deliver an engaging and thought-provoking keynote address.

The nomination process

Nominations are accepted year-round and remain on file for future consideration. While the C.J. Mackenzie Gala highlights a graduate from a specific host department each year, we welcome nominations from all disciplines within the College of Engineering.

Nominate an alum today at https://engineering.usask.ca/cjmackenzie/custom-form.php

QUESTIONS

EVENT INQUIRIES & SPONSORSHIP:

Tamara Kerluke-Holowatuik, Alumni Relations and Event Coordinator, [email protected] or (306) 966-2300

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West, Saskatoon, Canada